Serving 45 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Special Services ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 65%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 74%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in WA)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Special Services's student population of 45 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
45 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Special Services is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)<50%
65%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)<50%
74%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Asian
16%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Special Services often compared to?
Special Servicesis often viewed alongside schools like Special Services by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 65% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 74% WA state average).
How many students attend Special Services?
45 students attend Special Services.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Special Services students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Special Services?
Special Services has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Special Services offer ?
Special Services offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Special Services part of?
Special Services is part of Mukilteo School District.
In what neighborhood is Special Services located?
Special Services is located in the Holly neighborhood of Everett, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in Holly.
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